Pogranichnik Weapons & Gear Progression

Comprehensive progression guide from level 1 to 80+

Updated: 2/22/2026 | BiS + F2P Options | P0 Viable

6★ Support Physical Sword

The absolute core of the Physical team. Provides unique Breach debuffs (20% Vulnerability in separate multiplier), massive SP economy (125 SP/cycle), and grouping mechanics. Essential Physical support that enables team DPS and provides irreplaceable utility for Physical compositions.

Build Focus

Physical DMG, ATK%, Ultimate Gain Efficiency, HP% for survivability. Focus on Breach application, SP generation, and team utility. Versatile essence options (Pursuit primary, Suppression/Combative/Fracture alternatives).

Skill Priority

Battle Skill > Combo Skill > Ultimate > Normal Attack

Playstyle

Apply Breach debuff with Battle Skill (The Pulverizing Front) to enable massive Physical team damage. Coordinate with Physical DPS to consume Vulnerability and trigger your Combo Skill. Use Ultimate for grouping enemies and generating Steel Oath points. Maintain constant Breach uptime - this is your primary role. SP economy of 125/cycle allows constant skill spam.

Quick Reference Summary

Early Game

Use Basic/Miner gear with any 4★ Sword. Don't over-invest. P0 viable - Breach works immediately.

Mid Game

AIC Light 3pc + OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ or Sundering Steel 5★.

Late Game

Bonekrusha 3pc (Purple) + Never Rest or OBJ Edge maxed.

Endgame

Bonekrusha 3pc (Gold) + Never Rest maxed.

Max Level

BiS: Bonekrusha 3pc (Gold) + Never Rest maxed. F2P: Purple Bonekrusha 3pc + Gold off-piece + Sundering Steel maxed.

Early Game 1-20

Authority Unlocks

• Basic gear unlocked at level 10
• Focus on story progression and understanding Breach mechanics

Weapons

BiS Wave Tide 4★ Sword

Base ATK

341

Substat

Will

Effect

Arts DMG +26%. After Battle Skill hits, gains Arts DMG +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Solid 4-star Sword found in crates. Good base stats for early progression.

F2P Jiminy 12 / Tarr 11 3★ Sword

Base ATK

283

Effect

None

Source: Operator Recruitment

Why: Starter Sword. Replace as soon as you find a 4-star option.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Basic Gear Pack (Any 3 pieces) 0 Gray Lv.10

Why this set?

Placeholder gear to unlock slots. Don't invest resources - upgrade quickly.

Source: Available by default once you unlock Gear Assembly

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%HP%

Sub Stats

ATK%Physical DMGHP%

Crafting Focus

• Operator EXP to reach level 20
• Basic combat materials

Skip These

✗ Gear crafting (Tier 0 sets aren't worth materials)
✗ Essence farming

Next Milestone: Reach level 20 for first breakthrough and AIC set access

Mid Game 20-40

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 20+ unlocks mid-tier Protocol Spaces
• AIC gear sets become available

Weapons

BiS OBJ Edge of Lightness 5★ Sword

Base ATK

411

Substat

Main Attribute

Effect

ATK +33.6%. After Battle Skill hits, gains additional ATK +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Stock Redistribution / Arsenal Exchange

Why: Best generic 5-star Sword. ATK buffs provide consistent damage and support scaling.

Cost: Moderate - Stock Redistribution has good prices

F2P Wave Tide 4★ Sword

Upgrade

Max level until 5-star ready

Effect

Arts DMG +26%. After Battle Skill hits, gains Arts DMG +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Exploration (Crates)

Why: Continues to be solid mid-game. Keep maxed until you get OBJ Edge or Never Rest.

Note: Use until you afford OBJ Edge or Sundering Steel

Gear Sets

Best in Slot AIC Light (3pc) Tier 1 Green Lv.28

HP +500

When the wearer defeats an enemy, ATK +20 for 5s.

Why this set?

Kill-based ATK buff works well. Better than Miner sets due to set bonus.

Recommended: AIC Light Armor (Armor) + AIC Tactical Gloves (Gloves) + AIC Light Plate (Armor)

Available Pieces: AIC Light Plate, AIC Light Armor, AIC Tactical Gloves

Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Amethyst Component

Budget Miner β / Miner γ (3 pieces of Miner gear)

Use if you don't have Amethyst Components yet. Higher stats than Miners α.

Use Miner γ (Blue) at level 36 if available

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Physical DMGHP%

Sub Stats

ATK%Physical DMGHP%Ultimate Gain Efficiency

Crafting Focus

• Amethyst Components for AIC gear
• Weapon EXP for OBJ Edge upgrades
• Essence farming for 2-piece set

Skip These

✗ Tier 2 gear (wait until level 40)
✗ 6-star weapon materials

Next Milestone: Reach level 40 for second breakthrough and access to Tier 2 Purple sets

Late Game 40-60

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 40+ unlocks advanced content
• Tier 2 Purple gear sets available

Weapons

BiS Never Rest 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Strength

Refinement

Aim for Refinement Level 1+

Effect

Physical DMG Dealt +43.3%. After defeating an enemy, ATK +28% for 20s. Max 3 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Curated Weapon Supply)

Why: Pogranichnik's BiS weapon. Massive Physical DMG buff and on-kill ATK scaling. Perfect for his support/DPS hybrid role.

Investment: Worth prioritizing - signature weapon that scales with his entire kit

Cost: High - Requires Curated Weapon Supply selection or Arsenal Exchange

F2P OBJ Edge of Lightness (Maxed) 5★

Effect

ATK +33.6%. After Battle Skill hits, gains additional ATK +16.8% for 15s.

Source: Stock Redistribution / Arsenal Exchange

Why: Still viable at this level. ATK buffs provide consistent damage and support scaling.

Note: Use while saving for Never Rest

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Bonekrusha (3pc (Armor + Kit + Kit for 3pc)) Tier 2 Purple Lv.50

Combo Skill DMG +24%

When the wearer casts a Combo Skill, gains ATK +5% for 15s. After casting a Battle Skill, also gains ATK +5% for 15s. Max 2 stacks (from different sources).

Why this set?

Perfect for Pogranichnik. Combo + Battle Skill ATK buffs align with his rotation. Excellent for Physical support.

Recommended: Bonekrusha Heavy Armor (Armor) + Bonekrusha Anklebiter Kit + Bonekrusha Stomper Kit (2-Kit setup required)

Available Pieces: Bonekrusha Heavy Armor, Bonekrusha Anklebiter Kit, Bonekrusha Stomper Kit (Note: No gloves piece exists)

Source: Authority Level rewards, Gear Assembly with Cryston Component + Valley Stock Bill

Alternative Aburrey's Legacy (3pc) Tier 2

Skill DMG +24%

When the wearer casts a battle skill, combo skill, or ultimate, gain ATK +5% for 15s. The buff from each of the three skill types is unique and does not stack with itself.

Universal skill damage set. Up to +15% ATK from using all 3 skill types. Good versatile option.

Note: Use if Bonekrusha pieces aren't dropping

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Physical DMGUltimate Gain Efficiency

Sub Stats

ATK%Physical DMGUltimate Gain EfficiencyHP%

Crafting Focus

• Cryston Components for Tier 2 gear
• Valley Stock Bills for crafting
• Curated Weapon Supply tickets
• Essence farming for substat optimization

Priority Order

Bonekrusha 3pc first, then Never Rest, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 50 for Wuling access and Tier 3 Gold gear

Endgame 60-80

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 50+ unlocks Wuling region
• Tier 3 Gold gear sets available

Weapons

BiS Never Rest 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Strength

Refinement

Target Refinement Level 2-3

Effect

Physical DMG Dealt +43.3%. After defeating an enemy, ATK +28% for 20s. Max 3 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange (Curated Weapon Supply)

Why: Best non-signature for Pogranichnik. Physical DMG buff + on-kill ATK scaling is unmatched for Physical support.

Investment: Continue upgrading - this is his signature weapon

F2P Sundering Steel (Maxed) 5★

Effect

Physical DMG +34.7%. After applying Vulnerability, gains Physical DMG +22.4% for 15s.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Solid 5-star option. Physical DMG buffs and Vulnerability synergy work well for Physical teams.

Note: Comfortable F2P option through endgame

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Bonekrusha (Gold) (3pc (Armor + Kit + Kit for 3pc)) Tier 3 Gold Lv.70

Combo Skill DMG +24%

When the wearer casts a Combo Skill, gains ATK +5% for 15s. After casting a Battle Skill, also gains ATK +5% for 15s. Max 2 stacks (from different sources).

Why this set?

Pogranichnik's BiS gear set. Combo + Battle Skill ATK buffs align perfectly with his rotation. Tier 3 provides best stats.

Optimization Logic

Prioritize ATK% and Physical DMG substats

Recommended: Bonekrusha Heavy Armor (Armor) + Bonekrusha Anklebiter Kit + Bonekrusha Stomper Kit (2-Kit configuration required)

Available Pieces: Bonekrusha Heavy Armor, Bonekrusha Anklebiter Kit, Bonekrusha Stomper Kit (Note: No gloves piece exists - use 2-Kit setup)

Source: Gear Template Crate in Wuling, Gear Assembly with Xiranite Component + Wuling Stock Bill

Alternative Swordmancer (3pc) Tier 3

Battle Skill DMG +24%

After casting Battle Skill, increases the wearer's DMG dealt by 5% for 15s. When using a Sword, Polearm, or Rapier, increase the additional DMG dealt by 3%.

Battle Skill focused set. Good for Pogranichnik's Pulverizing Front spam.

Note: Use if you prioritize Battle Skill over Combo Skill damage

Support Æthertech (3pc)

ATK +8%

When the wearer applies Vulnerability, Physical DMG +8% for 15s. This effect can reach 4 stacks. If the target already has 4 stack(s) of Vulnerability, the wearer gains an additional Physical DMG +16% for 10s.

Vulnerability-stacking set. Ramps to +48% Physical DMG at max stacks. Good for Physical teams.

Use in Physical-heavy teams with consistent Vulnerability application

Stat Priorities

Main Stats

ATK%Physical DMGUltimate Gain Efficiency

Sub Stats

ATK%Physical DMGUltimate Gain EfficiencyHP%

Crafting Focus

• Xiranite Components for Tier 3 gear
• Wuling Stock Bills
• Gear Template Crates
• Essence farming for perfect substats

Priority Order

Bonekrusha 3pc first, then Never Rest maxed, then essence optimization

Next Milestone: Reach Authority 60 for max level. Complete Bonekrusha set and max Never Rest.

Max Level 80+

Authority Unlocks

• Authority 60 (Max) - All content unlocked

Full optimization complete. Pogranichnik becomes the ultimate Physical team enabler with maximum Breach uptime and SP economy.

Weapons

BiS Never Rest 6★ Sword

Base ATK

490

Substat

Strength

Refinement

Target Max Refinement

Effect

Physical DMG Dealt +43.3%. After defeating an enemy, ATK +28% for 20s. Max 3 stacks.

Source: Arsenal Exchange

Why: Pogranichnik's signature and BiS. The Physical DMG buff + on-kill ATK scaling is tailor-made for his support/DPS role.

Investment: Final stop. Max refinement for optimal Physical team enabling.

F2P Max Sundering Steel 5★

Effect

Physical DMG +34.7%. After applying Vulnerability, gains Physical DMG +22.4% for 15s.

Why: Best F2P option. At max refinement, provides consistent Physical DMG buffs for Physical team synergy.

Note: Solid F2P endgame weapon. No immediate need to replace if Never Rest unavailable.

Gear Sets

Best in Slot Bonekrusha 3pc (Optimized) (3pc (Armor + Kit + Kit - no gloves piece)) Tier 3 Gold

Combo Skill DMG +24%

When the wearer casts a Combo Skill, gains ATK +5% for 15s. After casting a Battle Skill, also gains ATK +5% for 15s. Max 2 stacks.

Why this set?

BiS for Pogranichnik. Combo + Battle Skill buffs perfectly match his rotation. Note: Must use 2-Kit setup (no gloves).

Complete Build

armor: Bonekrusha Heavy Armor (ATK% secondary)

kit1: Bonekrusha Anklebiter Kit (Physical DMG secondary)

kit2: Bonekrusha Stomper Kit (ATK% secondary)

Optimization Goals

Target Substats: ATK%, Physical DMG, Ultimate Gain Efficiency, HP%

Target Values:

100%+ ATK%50%+ Physical DMG40%+ Ultimate Gain Efficiency

Source: Wuling Gear Template Crates

Alternative Swordmancer 3pc (3pc) Tier 3

Battle Skill DMG +24%

After casting Battle Skill, increases DMG dealt by 5% for 15s. Sword/Polearm/Rapier users get +3% additional.

Battle Skill focused alternative. Good for teams where Pogranichnik spams Battle Skills more than Combo.

Note: Use if you prefer Battle Skill damage over Combo Skill

F2P Option Bonekrusha (Purple) 3pc + Gold Off-piece (3pc Purple Bonekrusha + 1pc Gold off-piece)

Combo Skill DMG +24%

When the wearer casts a Combo Skill, gains ATK +5% for 15s. After casting a Battle Skill, also gains ATK +5% for 15s. Max 2 stacks.

F2P-friendly max level setup. Purple Bonekrusha provides the core Combo + Battle Skill bonus. Mix with one Gold piece when available.

Tip: Best F2P option. Upgrade to full Gold Bonekrusha when RNG permits.

Complete Build

armor: Bonekrusha Heavy Armor (Purple - ATK% secondary)

kit1: Bonekrusha Anklebiter Kit (Purple - Physical DMG secondary)

kit2: Any Gold off-piece Kit with good substats

Upgrade Path: Farm Gold Bonekrusha pieces gradually, replacing Purple pieces.

Final Build Optimization

Rotation

Battle Skill (Pulverizing Front) → Breach application → Combo Skill (Full Moon Slash) when Crush/Breach consumes Vulnerability → Ultimate (Shieldguard Banner) for grouping and massive damage

Timing

Apply Breach with Battle Skill, trigger Combo Skill when Vulnerability is consumed by allies. Use Ultimate for grouping and Steel Oath generation. Time skills to maintain constant Breach uptime.

Team Compositions

Optimal

Pogranichnik (Breach/Support) + Da Pan (DPS/Crush) + Lifeng (Susceptibility) + Chen Qianyu (Vulnerability/Stagger)

Alternative

Pogranichnik + Endministrator (DPS) + Chen Qianyu + Ardelia (heal)

Min-Max Tips

Pogranichnik's Breach provides 20% Vulnerability in a SEPARATE multiplier - this is why he's irreplaceable

SP economy of 125 SP/cycle means he can spam skills constantly - prioritize UGE for even faster rotations

Combo Skill triggers when Crush or Breach consumes Vulnerability - coordinate with your DPS

Ultimate pulls enemies together - great for setting up team AoE damage

Steel Oath points from Ultimate power up follow-up attacks - use Ultimate before big damage windows

P0 viable - his core Breach mechanic works without any promotions

Bonekrusha set has no gloves piece - you MUST use 2 Kits for 3pc bonus

Never Rest stacks up to +84% ATK on kills - incredible for mob clearing

Can use different essence types based on team needs: Pursuit (on-kill), Suppression (sustained), Combative (debuff), Fracture (defense shred)

10.

Physical teams rely on Pogranichnik - invest in him first before your Physical DPS

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